Confronting and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

In this episode of the Coaching Clinic, John and Angie dive deep into the topic of imposter syndrome through a candid conversation and personal anecdotes.

They start with a thought-provoking game of 'Who Am I?', revealing statements related to imposter syndrome.

Throughout the discussion, they explore the sneaky and pervasive nature of imposter syndrome, its psychological effects, and share techniques to deal with it.

They emphasize the importance of taking action and maintaining a healthy detachment to overcome self-doubt.

The episode also touches on how emotional intelligence, empathy, and creating an alter ego can help coaches and clients alike to navigate through imposter syndrome effectively.

keywords

imposter syndrome, feeling inadequate, fraudulent, competence, faking it, embodying, alter ego, imposter syndrome, coaching, growth, success, self-doubt, fear, perfectionism, procrastination, certifications, qualifications, experience, results, detachment, action, manage

takeaways

• Imposter syndrome is a common experience, even for successful individuals
• Distinguishing between faking it and embodying our desired self is important
• Creating an alter ego can help us step into the version of ourselves we want to be Imposter syndrome is common among coaches and can hinder their growth and success.
• Perfectionism and procrastination are related to imposter syndrome and can be used as excuses to delay taking action.
• Certifications and qualifications are not always necessary to be a successful coach; experience and results are more important.
• Coaches should detach themselves from their clients' emotions and maintain a focus on moving forward and taking action.
• Imposter syndrome can be managed by questioning doubts and fears, challenging oneself, and recognizing it as a sign of wanting to do well.

titles

• Stepping into Your Alter Ego
• Understanding Imposter Syndrome Maintaining Detachment: Coaching Through Emotions
• Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: A Challenge for Coaches

Sound Bites

• "I am the voice of imposter syndrome."
• "Never had it, never experienced that, never felt like an impostor in my life."
• "Imposter syndrome is always going to come up for anybody who is putting themselves out there."
• "We can step outside of our limitations."
• "Excitement and momentum can come to a screeching halt when it's time to actually be a coach."
• "Perfectionism is a form of procrastination."

00:00 Introduction to the Game

00:48 Revealing the Imposter Syndrome

01:42 Understanding Imposter Syndrome

05:01 Personal Experiences with Imposter Syndrome

07:01 Overcoming Self-Doubt

17:35 The Fine Line Between Faking and Embodying

24:49 Exploring the Concept of Drag in Coaching

25:37 Addressing Imposter Syndrome in Coaching

26:35 The Excitement and Challenges of Becoming a Coach

29:08 Perfectionism and Procrastination in Coaching

33:16 The Importance of Taking Action

36:45 Balancing Empathy and Detachment in Coaching

48:00 Final Thoughts on Imposter Syndrome